English (UK)
In English we use imperatives to :
The positive imperative is the same as the infinitive. The negative imperative is don't + infinitive.
Notes for use of imperatives :
In English an imperative sentence does not require a subject; the pronoun "you" is implied.
Imperative Example Sentences :
Positive Examples of Imperatives :
Negative Examples of Imperatives :
| Imperative example sentences | |
|---|---|
| Okay, let me get the coffees first. | |
| Okay, let's go! | |
| Yes okay, let's go inside so I can show you the house. | |
| Please tell me it's a joke! | |
| Please don't get the half price ones. | |
| It was very nice to see you, say hi to Flora. | |
| Alright, let me check that for you. | |
| Congratulations! Please come this way! | |
| Please be there on time... Don't make me wait! | |
| Nope! We can walk there in just 10 minutes, let's go! | |
| Don't be a f*cking liar! | |
| Yeah, let's give it a go and see what happens. | |
| What!? Please don't say you made them catch an actual wasp. | |
| Come on, Cate! | |
| Don't judge it, just enjoy the holiday, Diego! | |
| Hmm, well okay, let's steal some then! | |
| I'm dead serious, just check the prices on your phone. | |
| Let me check if the kitchen is still open, darling. | |
| See you girls, have fun. | |
| Enjoy! Don't wake me up when you get home! | |
